The firms hoping to cut down on wasted cosmetics

By tailoring cosmetics to the individual some firms are hoping to cut waste in the cosmetics industry.

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Poignant photos show lives of women who survived war

Five refugee women share personal photographs revealing lives before war and conflict.

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The Papers: School closure 'chaos' and 'misery for the NHS'

Friday's papers focus on the English school buildings that must close over fears of collapse.

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Is China's economy a 'ticking time bomb'?

The world's second largest economy faces deep-rooted challenges in the years ahead.

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Nitrous oxide: Laughing gas ban could harm users, experts warn

Health experts say a ban on nitrous oxide may stop users seeking medical help.

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The Papers: New laws for 'cowardly killers' over sentencing hearings

Fresh legislation will see custody officers allowed to use reasonable force.

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Florida takes stock in Storm Idalia's aftermath

More than 440,000 people are still without power as Idalia, now a tropical storm, moves into Georgia.

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Netflix: Streamers expansion into gaming is 'natural extension'

Streaming hits such as the Queen's Gambit are being adapted as games as the streamer looks to expand.

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Seamus Heaney: Digging through Nobel Prize winner's legacy

Performers, teachers and teenage poets dig into the famed writer’s legacy 10 years on from his death.

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The Papers: Stranded travellers 'out of pocket' and Ulez revolt

There is continued anger over UK flight delays and cancellations in Wednesday's papers.

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'I wrote a play about my mental health struggles'

Siyani Sheth, 17, says mental health can be a taboo topic for the South Asian community.

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Terry Gou: The Taiwan iPhone billionaire who wants to be president

The electronics billionaire has charisma and experience with China - but the opposition vote is divided.

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Saudi Arabia's multi-billion dollar football powerhouse bet

The desert kingdom's vast Pro League investment aims to turn it into a world leader of the sport.

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How long until a robot is doing your dishes?

Advances in AI are accelerating the development of humanoid robots.

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Norfolk and Suffolk NHS trust deaths report 'watered down to spare bosses'

Campaigners slam a report as the BBC reveals drafts were edited to remove leadership criticism.

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University accommodation: 'I got into uni, but couldn't find anywhere to live'

A charity warns the number of new purpose-built rooms is tumbling, despite student numbers growing.

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The Papers: Air traffic 'chaos' in UK could last for days

Tuesday's front pages are dominated by the delays and cancellations caused by a system failure.

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Every theft must be investigated, home secretary tells police

The home secretary says she wants to see a radical change in the way police tackle lower-level crimes.

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Leeds Festival: The Killers, Central Cee and 1975 close the weekend

Rock music goes head-to-head with rap and pop, on the final night of the festival.

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Why empty lorries are a problem and how to fix it

With one third of lorries in the UK driving empty, some hauliers are turning to technology for help.

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Jenni Hermoso: Players and fans support Spain World Cup star in kiss row

The furore over the Spanish football chief's kiss on the lips generates protests at matches.

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Newspaper headlines: Tory infighting warning and migrant tagging plans

Calls for an end to schisms among Tory MPs and plans for migrants to be given GPS tags lead the papers.

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Derek Bailey: Guitar pioneer who tore up music's rulebook

A Huddersfield exhibition explores the life and legacy of Sheffield-born improviser Derek Bailey.

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Newspaper headlines: Met staff data breach and Dorries quits as MP

A suspected cyber attack on the Metropolitan Police and the resignation of Nadine Dorries lead the papers.

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Week in pictures: 19-25 August 2023

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.

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Bodycam shows Texas officer wrangling a huge snake

When a report of a snake on the loose came in, this police department sent their 'snake whisperer'

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Crystal Bar vape giant deletes TikTok after giveaway with no age verification

UK's second-biggest vape company, Chinese-owned SKE, has since deleted some social media accounts.

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São Paulo's micro-houses keeping homeless families off the streets

The city of São Paulo has come up with a new idea in an attempt to solve its housing crisis.

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Sir Michael Parkinson had 'imposter syndrome', son says

The late presenter was also "very insecure and wracked with self-doubt," Mike Parkinson says.

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Couple injured in homophobic attack in Brixton

Police are investigating an assault on two men in Brixton who were punched at a bus stop.

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The Papers: 'Putin breaks silence' and 'bomb blew up jet'

Friday's papers lead with reaction from Putin and the West to the death of Yevgeny Prigozhin.

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Our bus service was cancelled so we started our own

Residents of a Perthshire village set up their own bus company after losing their local service.

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Paddington Bear stamps released by Royal Mail for 65th anniversary

The Peruvian bear was first seen in 1958 after featuring in the book A Bear Called Paddington.

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Ros Atkins on... Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin

The BBC's analysis editor Ros Atkins takes a look at Yevgeny Prigozhin throughout the years.

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Yevgeny Prigozhin: Was the Wagner chief a dead man walking?

Ever since he led a mutinous march on Moscow in late June, some speculated Yevgeny Prigozhin's days were numbered.

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The Papers: 'Putin's revenge' and Prigozhin's death 'no surprise'

Thursday's papers focus on the presumed death of Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin in a plane crash.

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How esports helped a snooker player go pro

Ishpreet Singh Chadha was a top shooter competitor, but his real dream was a career on the green baize.

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Autistic man should not be forced to have dialysis, judge rules

A judge says the man, who has "chronic" kidney disease, should not be made to undergo treatment.

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The Papers: 'Womb transplant' and Letby victims 'fobbed off'

Wednesday's papers cover the UK's first womb transplant and the aftermath of the Lucy Letby trial.

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Could decriminalisation solve Scotland's drug problem?

Can lessons be learned from Portugal, which relaxed its drugs laws more than 20 years ago?

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Conservation: Lifeline for endangered insect feared extinct

The tiny insect, the scarce yellow sally, is bred in a zoo, raising hopes for saving the species.

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Women World Cup: England goalkeeper Mary Earps wins Golden Glove award

England's Mary Earps is named the best goalkeeper at the 2023 Women's World Cup and wins the Golden Glove award.

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Morrisons' bras and pants carry NHS cancer check label

Underwear labels urge people to contact their GP if they spot symptoms of breast or testicular cancer.

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Donald Trump confirms he will skip Republican presidential debates

The US ex-president says he is far ahead of his rivals in the 2024 White House race and the public knows him.

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Nurse Lucy Letby to be sentenced for murdering seven babies

The conviction on Friday made Lucy Letby the UK's most prolific child serial killer in modern times.

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The Papers: 'Heartbreak' for England who 'did us all proud'

The Lionesses narrow 1-0 loss to Spain in the World Cup final in Australia leads Monday's papers.

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New shooting mars election campaign in Ecuador

Another shootout prompts a call to tackle gang violence ahead of Sunday's presidential vote.

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Sudan conflict: Black market AK-47s flood Sudan's capital

Khartoum has become lawless after four months of war, forcing some residents to arm themselves.

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The Papers: 'Lioness we can' and 'Investigate hospital bosses'

England's World Cup final clash with Spain and fallout from Lucy Letby's baby murders lead the papers.

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Made In Heaven: A show taking on all that's wrong with Indian weddings

Made In Heaven, a show about wedding planners, explores deep-rooted prejudices plaguing Indian marriages.

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Ukraine war: US allows transfer of Danish and Dutch F-16 war planes to Kyiv

US-made jets in Denmark and the Netherlands can be sent to Ukraine when its pilots are fully trained.

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The Papers: 'Ten chances' to stop Letby and 'How many more?'

The murder of seven babies by nurse Lucy Letby, the UK's worst child killer, leads the papers.

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Sir Michael Parkinson's chat show guests over the years - in pictures

Sir Michael interviewed the world's most famous celebrities over four decades. Here are some of them.

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Wildfire evacuees frustrated by Facebook news ban in Canada

Canadians are using Facebook to share information on fire updates but Meta's news ban is a hurdle.

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Death masks recreate face of Bonnie Prince Charlie

The image shows what the Scottish prince could have looked like during the Jacobite Rising.

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The Papers: Goodbye to Michael Parkinson 'the greatest'

Friday's papers are dominated by the death of chat show legend Sir Michael Parkinson at the age of 88.

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Watch moment passengers flee after bus catches fire in Buenos Aires

CCTV footage showed a bus in Argentina engulfed in flames while burning fuel spilled across the highway.

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The baby at the centre of an India-Germany diplomatic row

The toddler was taken away from her Indian family on accusations of child abuse. Her parents deny the charges.

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Students wait for A-level, T-level and BTec results

Results in England are set to fall to 2019 levels, after Covid disruption led to spikes in top grades.

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More than 60 migrants feared dead at sea off Cape Verde coast

Thirty-eight others are rescued after the boat is found off the Cape Verde coast, police say.

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Canada wildfire: Car 'began melting' as family evacuated north

A blaze is threatening to reach Yellowknife, the capital of the Northwest Territories, by the weekend.

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Afghan women escape for a chance at education

More than 450 women from Afghanistan have escaped the country to study abroad.

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WW2 aerial photos opened to public for first time

The 3,600 photographs offer a birds-eye view of the country as it changed during the war.

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Why fashion brands are putting celebrities in charge

Celebrities are winning jobs at the top of luxury fashion firms - but what can they really contribute?

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Afghan refugees being let down by UK, says think tank

More In Common says lessons need to be learned, on the two-year anniversary of the fall of Kabul.

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Most cancer waiting time targets expected to be scrapped

NHS England want to reduce nine targets to three in a bid to simplify "outdated" standards.

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Linden Farm: The family who turned a care home for adults with complex needs on its head

The Lawrence family were disillusioned with adult care homes when they hit upon a new idea.

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Talking to the Taliban: Right or wrong?

Whether world leaders should engage with the Taliban government is complicated, writes Lyse Doucet.

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Video doorbells: Police embrace them but do they cut crime?

The smart doorbells have soared in popularity, but they may not help reduce the number of break-ins.

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The Papers: Baby in 'tent terror' and poor pupils 'hit hardest'

Monday's papers feature a baby escaping serious injury when a car crashed into a Pembrokeshire campsite.

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Student finance: How much does university cost and does it increase earnings?

Given rising costs, some students are wondering whether going to university makes financial sense.

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Maui fire: Search for victims intensifies after 80 deaths

Hundreds of people are still unaccounted for days after wildfires broke out in Hawaii.

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Can this battery-swapping electric scooter help unblock cities? We take a ride

We take a ride on a scooter powered by the world's largest battery-swapping network.

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Anthony Joshua v Robert Helenius: Briton wins with one-punch knockout in round seven

Heavyweight Anthony Joshua spectacularly knocks out Robert Helenius with one punch in round seven, after boxing tentatively in the first half of the fight at London's O2 Arena.

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How did Netflix know I was gay before I did?

Tech recommendations can reveal more about us than we know ourselves - but how and why does this happen?

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The Papers: Boat deaths 'prompt anger' and 'Goalden Girls'

Sunday's papers lead on six migrants drowning in the Channel as well as England Women's World Cup success.

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Incredible photos of 'wee beasties' in Glasgow park

How lockdown helped David Hamilton discover his love for macro photography in a local park.

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Have we had our fill of fake meat?

Fast food supplier Beyond Meat has seen its sales fall - but is it cost, taste or nutrition that is putting people off?

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China floods: The families torn apart by 'huge, furious waves'

Survivors recall seeing their relatives disappear in muddy torrents spawned by incessant rains.

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Niger coup: Fear and anger in Niamey as Ecowas threatens force

People are already feeling the impact of economic sanctions imposed after a military coup.

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Your results day guide for A-levels, T-levels and BTecs

When is results day, and what should you do if you don't get the grades you need?

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The Papers: 'Bug on barge' and students' bunk bed 'battle'

Saturday's papers include Legionella on an asylum seeker barge and students' battle for accommodation.

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Hip-hop at 50: How beats and bars spread from the Bronx around the world

As the all-conquering genre reaches 50, a look back at some key moments along the way.

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Margate tribute to Pedro Pascal shut when he visits

The Last of Us star went with friend and actor Russell Tovey - but the Margate gallery was closed.

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The Papers: 'PM failing on climate' and 'NHS on the brink'

The government's attitude to climate change and junior doctors' strikes are taking the front pages today.

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Ukraine war: Russia still gets key war kit despite sanctions

An elaborate network of intermediaries means Russia can lay its hands on vital bits of Western technology.

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Microphone thrown by Cardi B makes $100k for charity

The rap star hurled the mic after a fan threw a drink at her during a recent concert in Las Vegas

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Football referees: Why should I be abused for 90 minutes?

Referees Maria Creaney, 37, and Halle O'Brien, 16, speak out against threatening behaviour and sexism.

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Mobile phone stolen every six minutes in London, says Met Police

The London mayor and Met Police chief urge phone firms to "design out" incentives to steal mobiles.

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Which criminal case may be hardest for Trump to win?

Three indictments, 78 charges, three trials. We assess his expected defence and which case should worry him most.

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Niger coup: Fact-checking misinformation spreading online

False claims have been circulating online since the military took over in Niger.

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Tory Lanez sentenced to 10 years for shooting Megan Thee Stallion

A judge in LA sent the rapper to prison for injuring Megan Thee Stallion Stallion in a 2020 shooting.

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Antidepressants: I wasn't told about the side-effects

Seonaid Stallan's son took his own life two months after he was given a different antidepressant.

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Climate change: The record summer that scorched Asia

Home to some of the world's poorest people, Asia has seen devastating heatwaves this year.

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Investigating the 'spiritual healers' sexually abusing women

A hidden world of exploitation by men working as "spiritual healers" has been uncovered by the BBC.

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Families in Turkey's quake cities battle dust and rubble six months on

Six months on from the deadly earthquakes, thousands are still living in tents and makeshift camps.

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Zuckerberg 'not holding breath' over Musk cage fight

The two tech billionaires have also been going head to head over their rival platforms, X and Threads.

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Do people really swallow spiders in their sleep?

Spider experts fear arachnids have been unfairly blamed for a Hertfordshire man's breathing problem.

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Donald Trump social media post flagged by prosecutors in court filing

Prosecutors ask for limits on what Donald Trump is allowed to publicly say about the election fraud case.

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The Papers: 'Appalling state of jails' and 'Sabotage!'

Sunday's front pages cover a range of stories, including a report into prisoners' welfare in jails.

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Starbucks Vietnam: Why the US chain cannot crack a coffee-loving nation

The verdict is clear: Vietnamese people love coffee, but they don’t really seem to like Starbucks.

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Maine woman, 87, fights off then feeds hungry burglar

Marjorie Perkins woke to find an intruder standing over her. Neither of them expected what happened next.

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Beirut port blast survivors still suffering three years on

Joelle's life was turned upside down by the 2020 catastrophe which devastated the Lebanese capital.

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Canadian province Alberta cancels bid for 2030 Commonwealth Games

It comes weeks after the Australian state of Victoria pulled out of hosting the 2026 games.

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Ulez scrappage scheme extended to all Londoners

More support is also being given to small businesses, charities and those with disabilities

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The Papers: Protesters on Sunak's roof and economy 'in a trap'

Friday's front pages touch on protesters who climbed onto the roof of Rishi Sunak's home.

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Dan Wootton MailOnline column paused amid investigation, publisher confirms

A DMG Media statement confirms the column's absence as it considers "serious" but "complex" allegations.

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Rajars: Radio 2 loses a million listeners as Ken Bruce boosts Greatest Hits Radio

Ken Bruce attracts 3 million listeners to his new mid-morning show on Greatest Hits Radio.

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Wellingborough: The brothel and the quiet family next door

Neighbours complain of an endless stream of drunk male visitors and one man being pursued by his wife.

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Tom Kerridge: Hospitality strain like 'walking uphill, on glass, barefoot'

A wave of costs adds to the relentless pressure on the industry, says the celebrity chef.

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The Papers: Donald Trump charged and Justin Trudeau's split

Thursday's front pages look ahead to Trump's third time in court facing criminal charges.

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Warning over medical clinics using fake Google reviews

The BBC tracked down UK companies using fake reviews to boost their visibility in Google results.

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CEO Secrets: 'We hand-ice millions of biscuits'

Biscuiteers co-founder Harriet Hastings shares her business advice for our CEO Secrets series.

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Newspaper headlines: England thrash China and asylum barge 'death trap'

More sporting success in Wednesday's papers as England roar into the World Cup knockout stages.

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